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Buccal Fat Removal: A Thoughtful Approach to Facial Contouring

By Dr. Hudson Frey

If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt like your lower cheeks don’t quite match the rest of your facial structure — a little too full or rounded, even if you’re fit and healthy — you’re not alone. For the right patient, buccal fat removal...

Why Endoscopic Facelifts Are Taking Over — But Are They Really Better?

By Dr. Hudson Frey

There's a lot of buzz around “scarless” or endoscopic facelifts lately. You may have seen influencers or even some surgeons touting them as the next evolution in facial rejuvenation. And while it’s always exciting to see innovation in aesthetic surgery, le...

Otoplasty: Why Ear Surgery Is Surging in the Screen Time Era

By Dr. Hudson Frey

Let's face it — we’ve all spent more time looking at ourselves on screen these last few years than ever before. Between Zoom calls, FaceTime, and endless video clips, we’ve gotten very familiar with our own angles. And for some people, that’s meant n...

Can Restylane Replace a Facelift? Strategic Volumizing for a Youthful Look

At the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, our mission is to offer advanced, personalized solutions that help patients achieve natural, elegant facial rejuvenation. As non-surgical options become more refined and effective, many individuals wonder: Can injectable filler...

Lip Filler, Lip Flip, or Both? Choosing the Right Treatment for Your Goals

When it comes to enhancing the lips, today's aesthetic treatments offer multiple options tailored to unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking subtle plumpness, more defined contours, or a lifted appearance, understanding the differences between a lip filler, a lip flip, and...

Revision Otoplasty: What to Do When a Previous Procedure Falls Short

When performed with precision, otoplasty can have a transformative impact on a person's self-confidence, offering harmony to facial features and relief from long-held insecurities. But for some, the outcome of ear surgery may fall short of expectations due to asymmetry, recurrenc...

Preventative Surgery: The New Frontier in Anti-Aging


By By Dr. Erin J. Smith, Facial Plastic Surgeon

If you had asked me a decade ago who was seeking facial plastic surgery, I would have said patients in their 50s and 60s—those looking to correct visible signs of aging. Fast forward to today, and the landscape looks quite different. More and more patients in their 30s and ...

The Micro-Dosing Trend: Using Dysport for Natural, No-Freeze Results


By Dr. Erin J. Smith, MD - Facial Plastic Surgeon

As facial plastic surgeons, our goal has always been to enhance, not erase. In an era where patients are increasingly seeking natural, "untouched" results, one technique that has gained significant traction in my practice is microdosing Dysport. For those unfamiliar, Dysport is a...

Preventative BOTOX®: Why More Millennials Are Starting Early

Proactive elegance begins with prevention. At the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, our board-certified facial plastic surgeons and expert aesthetic team are proud to help younger patients take thoughtful, evidence-based steps toward preserving their natural beauty be...

Why More Men Are Choosing Facelifts: A Surgeon’s Perspective

By Dr. Erin J. Smith, Facial Plastic Surgeon

As a facial plastic surgeon, I've noticed a powerful shift over the last several years: more men are walking through my doors asking about facelifts. What was once considered taboo or “just for women” has now entered mainstream conversation among men who want to look ...

Beyond the Lips: Unexpected Areas Where RHA Collection Makes a Big Impact

By Dr. Hudson Frey

When most people think of dermal fillers, they think of lips. And while the RHA® Collection by Revance is exceptional for creating soft, natural-looking lips, its real power lies in the versatility — rejuvenating and refining areas of the face that are often overlooked...

CO2 Laser vs. Morpheus8: A Facial Plastic Surgeon’s Perspective

By Dr. Erin Smith

As a Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon at The Buckingham Center in Austin, Texas, I often get asked about the differences between CO2 laser (also known as fractional laser) and Morpheus8 (RF microneedling). Both procedures are popular for addressing skin concerns and ...